PODCAST:
S3E7P – Preview Episode (Lathe of Heaven)*
SUBJECT MATTER:
Book: “The Lathe of Heaven (1971)” by Ursula K. Le Guin
“A classic science fiction novel by Ursula K. Le Guin, one of the greatest writers of the genre, set in a future world where one man’s dreams control the fate of humanity.
In a future world racked by violence and environmental catastrophes, George Orr wakes up one day to discover that his dreams have the ability to alter reality. He seeks help from Dr. William Haber, a psychiatrist who immediately grasps the power George wields. Soon George must preserve reality itself as Dr. Haber becomes adept at manipulating George’s dreams for his own purposes.
The Lathe of Heaven is an eerily prescient novel from award-winning author Ursula K. Le Guin that masterfully addresses the dangers of power and humanity’s self-destructiveness, questioning the nature of reality itself. It is a classic of the science fiction genre.” (from Amazon.com)
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PBS: “The Lathe of Heaven (1980)” by David Loxton and Fred Barzyk (Bruce Davison)
“For George Orr, sleep is not a respite. For Dr. William Haber, dreams are tools. For sci-fi fans, the wait is over. Praised as “rare and powerful” by The New York Times, Ursula K. Le Guin’s THE LATHE OF HEAVEN is one of the most celebrated science fiction novels ever written. This innovative adaptation–never before released on video–brings the towering vision of Le Guin’s masterpiece to life.” (from Amazon.com)
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A&E: “Lathe of Heaven (2002)” by Philip Haas (James Caan)
“James Caan, Lukas Haas, Lisa Bonet. A man whose dreams become reality undertakes extensive measures to stay awake, until a doctor realizes he can manipulate this power for his own good. 2002/color/104 min/NR/widescreen.” (from Amazon.com)
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